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99% Invisible

Don't Forget to Remember

Jan 30, 2024
Chris Collin, a reporter, dives into the complexities of memorializing COVID-19 victims. He examines how different groups, from nonprofits to community activists, navigate the intricate process of creating meaningful tributes. The discussion highlights personal stories, like that of Kristen Urquiza, who transforms her grief into activism. They explore the importance of authentic representation in memorial narratives and the challenges of balancing ambitious designs with logistical realities. Together, they advocate for a national COVID memorial that honors collective loss.
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  • Creating a memorial for COVID-19 is challenging due to the absence of iconic visuals and dramatic events associated with the pandemic.
  • Memorials play a crucial role in validating loss, fostering healing, and preventing future crises.

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Challenging the Narrative of Memorials

The podcast explores the challenges and complexities surrounding the creation of memorials and the need for a national COVID memorial. It highlights the delicate decisions involved in deciding what and how to remember, the importance of centering the voices of the grieving, and the struggle to create a memorial that captures the vast scope and impact of the pandemic. The podcast also emphasizes the societal amnesia and fatigue surrounding pandemics and the fight against misinformation and divisiveness in shaping the memory of COVID-19.

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